No Mythologies to Follow
by MØ
  • Record Label: RCA
  • Release Date: Mar 11, 2014
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
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  1. Pretty Much Amazing
    Mar 10, 2014
    83
    Ørsted’s debut LP wears its history heavily, composed of equal parts previously released and new material. It is a risk for an artist as dependent on earworm shock value as Ørsted, but a deliberate one that yield dividends at the end of the day.
  2. Consequence
    Mar 10, 2014
    83
    Hardly a cookie-cutter pop voice, she’s brash but not abrasive and can be sultry without being hammy. Those songs showcase the versatility of her croon, while also updating the pop ballad form with Vindhahl’s metallic, glitchy production.
  3. Under The Radar
    Mar 27, 2014
    80
    Youthful determination never sounded so sweet.
  5. No Ripcord
    Mar 12, 2014
    80
    MØ might have just released the freshest, most joyful pop record of 2014 (even if we heard most of it in 2012-3).
  6. musicOMH.com
    Mar 11, 2014
    80
    No Mythologies To Follow is a solid record, one that features a slightly older and more thoughtful MØ. It should make any fan of pop music look forward to what’s to come next from this gifted artist.
  7. DIY Magazine
    Mar 10, 2014
    80
    The energy of this debut is tangible.
  8. CMJ
    Mar 10, 2014
    80
    With No Mythologies To Follow, MØ has established herself within an emerging circle of powerful pop dominatrixes but with her own distinct sound full of versatility and vitality.
  9. The Guardian
    Mar 10, 2014
    80
    More often than not, though, Mø lets her eclectic influences percolate at their own pace, and the slinky guitar lines of Maiden are a perfect example of how hypnotic she can be.
  10. The Independent on Sunday (UK)
    Mar 10, 2014
    80
    Her debut is an accomplished, glossily shimmering thing.
  11. The Line of Best Fit
    Mar 10, 2014
    80
    MØ’s debut LP is an exquisite collection of synthpop, dance and gushing, heartfelt emotions.
  12. Pitchfork
    Mar 10, 2014
    71
    Although it makes no apologies for the bits and pieces it takes from her contemporaries, No Mythologies to Follow doesn't work because it assembles the right ingredients in the right amount--it works because a likable persona is something you just can't teach.
  13. Clash Music
    Mar 21, 2014
    70
    Impulsive, instinctive and infectious, the eccentric and emotional Ørsted walks an enchanting tightrope.
  14. The 405
    Mar 10, 2014
    70
    The saturated levels of Scandinavian pop and the mounting pressure on such artists' first albums all could've worked against Karen Ørsted here, but No Mythologies To Follow remains dynamic and expressive enough to work past these blocks and hint at very, very bright things.
  15. Drowned In Sound
    Mar 10, 2014
    70
    No Mythologies to Follow is perhaps better taken as a really strong collection of singles (or potential singles) than a complete body of work, but that’s its only real weakness.
  16. Paste Magazine
    Mar 11, 2014
    69
    While “Never Wanna Know” might divide, other moments are harder to dismiss.
  17. Austin Chronicle
    Oct 30, 2014
    67
    Even as Vindahl's production dazzles, Ørsted stands up to the crush.
  18. Q Magazine
    Mar 18, 2014
    60
    Despite its strengths, No Mythologies To Follow is still a touch green. [Apr 2014, p.115]
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  19. NOW Magazine
    Mar 10, 2014
    60
    The production isn’t minimal, but Ørsted and Vindahl cram in a lot of oddball flourishes without distracting from her refreshingly unvarnished voice.
  20. The Observer (UK)
    Mar 10, 2014
    60
    What she lacks in originality, she makes up for with warlike ardour.

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User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 159 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 145 out of 159
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 159
  3. Negative: 8 out of 159
  1. Lower
    Jan 22, 2015
    10
    A dinamarquesa MØ percorreu um singelo caminho que a uma primeira vista não parece ser tão sólido, mas se mostra totalmente coerente com esseA dinamarquesa MØ percorreu um singelo caminho que a uma primeira vista não parece ser tão sólido, mas se mostra totalmente coerente com esse LP. "No Mythologies To Follow" é uma perfeita festa solta sem um tema definido que funciona em total sintonia. Faixas como "Fire Rides" e "The Sea" demonstram um certo poder, sendo a composição frenética e viciante.… Full Review »
  2. hornysoul
    Sep 21, 2018
    9
    O primeiro, e até à data, único álbum da MØ é, na minha opinião, uma das melhores estreias no mundo da música, em 2014. Todas as faixasO primeiro, e até à data, único álbum da MØ é, na minha opinião, uma das melhores estreias no mundo da música, em 2014. Todas as faixas encaixam-se perfeitamente umas nas outras e as sonoridades presentes nesta coleção são simplesmente magníficas, inspiradoras e, certamente, muito bem trabalhadas. É uma pena este álbum e a própria cantora não terem o devido reconhecimento do mundo.… Full Review »
  3. WrongKlena
    Sep 7, 2015
    10
    Primeiro e especial álbum da dinamarquesa impressiona, apresenta um sonoridade única, fora que MØ dispõe de talento tanto que todos os vocaisPrimeiro e especial álbum da dinamarquesa impressiona, apresenta um sonoridade única, fora que MØ dispõe de talento tanto que todos os vocais impressionantemente foram gravados apenas em seu quarto, acho que não houve um debut tão bom em 2014 quanto dela, mesmo não tendo um reconhecimento expressivo no cenário mundial. Faixas incríveis.… Full Review »
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